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The initiatives and events that took place in the UAE over the past six months have reinforced its position as a global centre and capital of tolerance.
The UAE’s diplomatic message and international stances have promoted tolerance, despite the heightened tensions in the region.
Tolerance by countering terrorism: The meeting between His Holiness Pope Francis, head of the Catholic Church, and His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al Tayyeb, Grand Imam of Al Azhar Al Sherif, in February, 2019 and gathering of representatives of 12 religious groups, and 700 intellectuals from around the world in the UAE, were aimed at ending conflicts that have led to many international crises over the last two decades.
The ‘Human Fraternity Document’ issued after this historical meeting was aimed to combat hatred and religi-ous tensions around the wor-ld by promoting dialogue, understanding, tolerance and acceptance.
The UAE is also keen to promote religious freedom and protect cultural diversity.
Therefore, the Community Development Department-Abu Dhabi announced the adoption of a legal framework for licensing and establishing places of worship, confirming the UAE’s desire to create a legal system that will protect religious freedoms.
The UAE has transformed the concepts of tolerance into initiatives and plans implemented through clear strategies and mechanisms, which is highlighted by the country’s diplomatic efforts and its launch of tolerance initiatives in the areas of education and sports; charity and humanitarian initiatives.